City Centre Bridge Street Apartment

This is about as central as Kirkwall gets, a smart apartment right on Bridge Street, in the pedestrian heart of the old town with shops, cafes and the cathedral all just outside the door. Set over two levels with its own internal staircase, lit by a striking caged pendant, it's a stylish, well-presented town flat that lets you park the car and forget about it for days.

Inside

The sitting room is relaxed and homely, a comfy sofa and armchair, a TV, a patterned rug and twin windows looking out over the street, with a clock ticking on the wall and that easy, unhurried feel. It's an inviting place to put your feet up after a day out. The flat has a full kitchen for self-catering and a family-friendly layout throughout.

Where you'll sleep

Two bedrooms sleep up to four. The double is the standout, soft grey linen, layered cushions, bedside lamps and a cheerful Highland cow print over the bed, with towels laid out ready. The shower room is clean and bright, with a curved enclosure and a deep windowsill for your bits and pieces.

The setting

You're in the middle of everything. St Magnus Cathedral, the museums, restaurants, pubs and harbour of Kirkwall are literally steps away, and the ferry terminal for the isles is close by. Beyond the town, the famous Ring of Brodgar and the West Mainland's ancient sites are a short, scenic drive, glorious at sunset.

Perfect for

Families or groups up to four who want to be right in the centre of Kirkwall, walk everywhere, and still have parking and a stylish two-level flat to come home to.